I'm not a goblin Frankenstein's monster.

If the old priest logs off now, the druid's commission will basically be considered a failure, and the reward will be lost.

The materials from the chicken-snake beast haven't been processed and converted into cash yet.

A horde of ghouls?

Without the Druid's expertise and resources, the value of these smelly things would plummet if he handled them himself.

The death of the old priest would mean that the gains from this adventure would be almost zero, and even considering the cost of equipment damage, he might end up losing money!

How can this be allowed?!

Under the pure and intense temptation of the gold coins, Xia Lin's brain CPU ran at its limit.

Saving lives is saving your own wallet!

This equation is simple and clear.

The distance was too far, far beyond his comfort zone for practicing throwing.

Should we directly snipe and kill that black elite ghoul with spears?

Xia Lin didn't believe he had the confidence to hit a bullseye every time and kill with a single blow.

Distract it to buy time for the old pastor and Ward, and more importantly, to create conditions for yourself to approach and resolve it!

He quickly devised a three-step plan in his mind: get the spear, pull out the spear, and throw the spear.

The details of the plan took shape in an instant.

Approach the short spear that was just thrown and is now "residing" on the ghoul's head → pull it out in the shortest amount of time → and deliver a decisive blow from a closer distance and at a better angle!

The core requirement: Speed! Faster than that ghoul's killing speed! Faster than Death's scythe!

There was no time to hesitate; the body reacted before the mind could.

Like a black panther spotting its prey, Xia Lin suddenly darted towards the direction where the short spear had landed!

The muddy swamp environment greatly slowed him down. Every step he took splashed up filthy mud, and his feet slipped, making him extremely anxious.

Those few seconds were wasted!

However, the role of teammates becomes apparent at this moment.

Just as Xia Lin was making his final charge, the orc Garu had already severed the head of the elite ghoul that was locked in combat.

Covered in blood and looking like a madman, his scarlet eyes immediately locked onto the perilous situation his teacher was in.

He also saw the short spear that was closer to him, and Xia Lin rushing towards it.

Without a word, the two soldiers' eyes met instantly in the bloody air.

Garu growled and slammed his massive foot down, precisely crushing the ghoul's skull.

At the same time, he bent down and grabbed the filthy short spear with his strong, large hand.

Without attempting to throw himself, the orc's talent lay in his ferocious strength and close-range slashing; this delicate long-range skill was not his forte.

He chose to trust, trusting this young teammate who had demonstrated amazing efficiency in previous battles.

He swiftly hurled the short spear toward Xia Lin, who was charging forward, and it traced a sharp arc in the air.

Xia Lin's eyes lit up. He sprinted forward, then slid in and precisely grabbed the spear shaft with his right hand!

It was cold and slippery to the touch, but holding it in my hand at that moment made me feel incredibly at ease.

Next, in a split second, he had to build up enough kinetic energy to launch the short spear.

He turned around, splashing mud and water at his feet, his target straight for the black elite ghoul!

The mud underfoot was still annoying.

The distance is still not ideal; he needs a closer distance and a faster release speed!

Just as Xia Lin felt his acceleration being hindered—

"Hold on tight—!"

The druid's shout rang out.

Xia Lin felt the mud beneath his feet suddenly become firm!

Countless fine vines and tough tree roots seemed to come alive as they burst forth from the mud and water, intertwining and compacting together.

A green track, more than ten feet long, was laid out in front of him. It was slightly rough but exceptionally sturdy!

Griffin mobilized the remaining natural forces to create a temporary acceleration channel for him!

Xia Lin's spirits lifted, and he stepped onto the acceleration "green carpet," instantly increasing his speed!

But that's not enough!

The track was too short, and beyond the finish line was still a swamp.

The sprint distance and kinetic energy required for the throw are just one last bit short!

A ruthless glint flashed in Xia Lin's eyes.

Baggage? Ditch it! Scale shield on your left arm? Loosen it!

The supplies tumbled and fell into the mud, and even Woody, who had been on my shoulder, had now spread his wings and flown off.

Reduce the burden! Reduce the burden to the extreme!

However, it seemed that he was still a hair's breadth away from the "threshold" he had in mind that could truly threaten the black elite ghoul...

At this crucial moment that will determine success or failure—

"Drink it—!!!"

A furious roar exploded behind us!

The orc Garu had already caught up with Xia Lin like a shadow!

Without any hesitation, his massive hand, comparable to a battering ram, carrying all the strength and trust of his eagerness to save his master, slammed heavily onto Xia Lin's back!

It's not an attack, but the purest and most ruthless boost!

"Bang!"

Xia Lin felt a strong "push-back sensation" that he had never experienced before.

It felt as if the orc "V8 booster" behind him was violently carrying him forward!

The speed instantly exceeded the critical point, and the "green track" underfoot was even cracked!

Finally, with the help of the orcs, the fuel was plentiful, the engine was overloaded—and they took off successfully!

What happened next completely overturned the two teammates' understanding.

The orc Garu and the druid Griffin stared wide-eyed in shock.

A very thin, almost imperceptible, transparent gel-like substance flashed briefly across Xia Lin's body.

With the orc's ultimate assistance, Xia Lin's spear-wielding charge reached an astonishing peak speed.

First, the short spear in his hand shot out with a whoosh, leaving a trail of transparent gelatinous material.

Then, at the other end of the transparent gel, Xia Lin, having reached the end of the track, leaped with all his might—

Then, the next moment, he...

We've taken off!!

This is not an exaggeration; it is a true takeoff in the physical sense—a low-altitude gliding with both feet off the ground, freeing oneself from the shackles of the mud!

His body moved forward in a slightly clumsy manner in the air, cutting through the air filled with the stench of blood and decay.

Along with the thrown short spears, they rushed straight towards the black elite ghoul!

"What the hell is going on?!"

"Flying?!"

Isn't this kid a warrior? Why does he know magic?

Griffin gasped in surprise, nearly dropping his oak staff.

Flight – a third-circle transmutation spell, is one of the most commonly used active flight spells by mages and other spellcasters.

The recipient gains a flight speed of 60 feet, can fully control the direction and altitude of flight, and moves smoothly and naturally, which is equivalent to having a natural ability to fly.

The posture was by no means elegant... but the effect of gliding off the ground and briefly hovering in the air was so similar to the descriptions of flying techniques in my memory!

I don't have time to worry about my teammates' overloaded CPUs.

At this moment, Xia Lin's entire focus was on the elite ghoul that had just tilted its head slightly due to the interference of the short spear and was now looking up at him, the "aerial acrobat".

Extremely long distances, novice throwing skills, and the sudden appearance of powerful elite ghouls...

If it's just a long-range spear throw, even if it hits by chance, it's difficult to guarantee a fatal blow or render the target incapable of fighting.

At that time, the wounded beast would undoubtedly be in greater danger, and the old pastor and Ward would still be doomed.

The death of an old pastor equals zero returns or even loss of principal.

This equation was absolutely unacceptable to him.

Being responsible to the employer? Perhaps to some extent.

Okay, Xia Lin admits that her desire for profit might slightly outweigh her desire for profit.

Therefore, from the very beginning, his ultimate goal was never simply to "obstruct" or "interfere".

But -

Annihilate! Utterly annihilate!

Snatch that "premium customer" worth a whopping twenty-eight gold coins back from under the ghoul's claws!